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HYPERTENSION IN PREGNANCY

This is a situation where a pregnant woman has consistent blood pressure readings of greater than or equal to 140/90mmHg. after 20 weeks of the pregnancy. In most cases, it usually resolves after pregnancy.
However hypertension in pregnancy could result to more severe conditions such as Preeclampsia and eclampsia.

PREECLAMPSIA
Here a pregnant woman has protein in urine and other signs of organ damage in addition to consistent blood pressure of greater than or equal to 140/90mmHg

ECLAMPSIA
This is a more life threatening condition in which a pregnant woman begins to experience seizures in addition to the condition stated in preeclampsia.
The above conditions could result to
✅ Premature delivery
✅Low birth weight
✅Placenta abruption
✅Stroke

🚩 WARNING SIGNS
👉Severe headache,
👉Blurred vision,
👉Swelling of face/hands
👉Reduced baby movement.
👉Sometimes there are no symptoms, which is why antenatal visits are a must!

💊 PHARMACIST'S ADVICE
✔️ Register early for antenatal care
✔️ Check BP regularly
✔️ Avoid self-medication
✔️ Reduce excess Salt

Early detection saves mother and child💯




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Folic acid is not “just a vitamin.”
It is a pregnancy essential.
Folic acid helps your baby’s brain and spinal cord form properly — especially in the first few weeks of pregnancy (often before you even know you’re pregnant).
🚨 Without enough folic acid, a baby can develop Spina Bifida — a serious condition where the spine does not close properly.
This can lead to:
• Weakness or paralysis of the legs
• Difficulty walking
• Bladder and bowel problems
• Lifelong medical challenges
And the painful truth?
The damage can happen within the first 28 days of pregnancy.
💊 That’s why every woman of childbearing age should take folic acid daily, especially if pregnancy is possible.
Healthy Mama… Better Pikin ❤️
Prevention is always better than regret.
This post is for educational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare provider for personal medical advice.



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